1978 Seat 127 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Seat 127 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (76 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 127 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1010 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
